Speculation about a possible romance between Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau has surfaced after they were seen sharing a tender moment on a yacht.
Whispers of their relationship began over the summer when the pop icon and the former Canadian prime minister were seen dining together in Montreal.
A few days afterwards, the 53-year-old politician was spotted enjoying ‘Firework’ at Perry’s concert in the Canadian metropolis in July.
In September, paparazzi seemingly captured a private moment between the two while they were on her 24-meter yacht off the coast of Santa Barbara, California.
Photos showed Perry and Trudeau in a warm embrace, seemingly sharing a kiss.
Despite both celebrities remaining silent on the matter, a source has reportedly informed PEOPLE of their ‘easy connection’.
“When she first spent time with Justin, she wasn’t looking to date, but they kept in touch,” the source mentioned. “They have numerous shared interests and many things to discuss, but at the time, Katy was too preoccupied to consider dating.”
The 40-year-old ended her relationship with actor Orlando Bloom in June after nine years together, of which they were engaged for six.
On the other hand, Trudeau, 53, completed his divorce from Sophie Grégoire in September 2023.
Following their time together in Montreal during her Lifetimes Tour, the source indicated that Trudeau has been actively ‘pursuing her.’
“He even traveled to California to meet her during a tour break. They share a natural connection. She finds him attractive. He’s shown great respect,” the source revealed.
While on the yacht on September 29, a tourist reported seeing the pop star and the former leader of Canada ‘making out’.
This insight follows a meeting where Trudeau joined Perry for a dog walk before having drinks at Taverne Atlantic in July. They also allegedly had dinner at Le Violon on the same evening.
At that moment, a source shared with the media that the couple felt an ‘instant connection’.
“They are interested in each other, but it will take time to see where this leads,” the source commented in August.
“She’s traveling globally, and he’s figuring out his path now that he’s no longer Canada’s prime minister, but there’s a definite attraction. They have much in common.
“Both remain idealistic and still believe they can effect change, though it’s become more challenging.”
Prior to this rumored relationship, Perry was in an intermittent romance with Pirates of the Caribbean actor Bloom, 48, from 2016 until June 2025, and they have a five-year-old daughter, Daisy.
The representatives for Perry and Trudeau have been contacted for comment.